Nike Basketball Camp Florida International University
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Our Florida basketball camp at FIU is designed for U.S. and international players of all skill levels. Come train and compete against other skilled players, and take your game to the next level before the 2023 season. This camp also offers a host of evening activities and socials which will be in combination with the Nike Soccer Camp and Nike Volleyball Camp running at the same time, this camp is sure to be a summer highlight!
Nike Basketball Camps are for domestic and international players looking to work on their basketball skills in a fun and encouraging environment.
Highlights Include
- Make new friends with campers from around the world - USA, Europe, Asia, South America, Africa, and more!
- Focus is placed on fundamental development, team play skills, basketball IQ, and fun activites
- Receive a Nike Basketball Camp t-shirt and other awesome prizes!
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Camp Coaches
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Operator Alpha Sports
This camp is operated by Alpha Sports.
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Camp Director David Harrison
As the Director of Action Sports Academy, David is passionate about helping post-grad athletes achieve their full athletic and academic potential by securing collegiate scholarships and pursuing higher education.
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Camp Details
2023 OVERVIEW
- Age Group: 10-18
- Gender: Co-Ed
- Programs: Complete Skills, Shooting Clinic
- Camp Types: Day (Commuter) & Overnight (ages 11+)
- Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch is provided for all Day (commuter) campers.
2023 CAMP DATES
- July 16-20: Complete Skills
- July 21: Shooting Clinic
- July 23-27: Complete Skills
- July 28: Shooting Clinic
- July 31-August 4: Complete Skills (Day Camp Only)
ATTEND MULTIPLE SESSIONS & SPORTS!
We encourage campers to maximize their camp experience by attending consecutive camp sessions and clinics. Overnight campers wanting a longer camp experience can link two or more Complete Skills Camp sessions together with a Weekend Stayover for an additional fee. The Weekend Stayover fee includes lodging, meals, supervision, and fun weekend activities/excursions.
We also offer Volleyball and Soccer camps during these same dates! Click below for details...
- Nike Volleyball Camp at Florida International University
- Nike Soccer Camp at Florida International University
CAMP OPTIONS
Please note: Camp schedules and details may be subject to change. Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff and placed into groups based on age and ability level.
COMPLETE SKILLS CAMPS (OVERNIGHT & DAY)
- Session I: July 16-20
- Session II: July 23-27
- Session III: July 30-August 3 (Day Camp Only)
- Overnight Check-in: 11:00am-12:30pm on Sunday
- Day (Commuter) Check-in: 11:30am-12:30pm on Sunday
- Orientation/Evaluation: 1:00pm-4:00pm coaches will evaluate campers and place them in groups. Campers not able to attend orientation and evals on Sunday will have the opportunity to do so on Monday morning.
- All Campers Check-out: 4:30pm on Thursday
- Day (Commuter) Schedule: Sunday: 11:30am-4:30pm, Monday-Thursday: 8:30am-4:30pm
- Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch is provided for all Day (commuter) campers.
- Program: The Complete Skills Camp helps players of all abilities develop athletically, refine fundamental basketball skills and enhance their skill set at the post, wing or guard position.
COMPLETE SKILLS CAMP (DAY ONLY)
- Dates: July 31-August 4
- Day (Commuter) Check-in: 8:00am on Monday
- Orientation/Evaluation: Coaches will evaluate campers and place them in groups on Monday.
- Check-out: 4:30pm each day
- Day (Commuter) Schedule: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-4:30pm
- Meals: Lunch is provided for all Day (commuter) campers.
- Program: The Complete Skills Camp helps players of all abilities develop athletically, refine fundamental basketball skills and enhance their skill set at the post, wing or guard position.
SHOOTING CLINICS
- Session I: July 21
- Session II: July 28
- Check-in: 8:00am-8:30am
- Check-out: 4:30pm
- Daily Schedule: Friday: 8:30am-4:30pm
- Lunch: Lunch is provided.
- Program: The clinic is designed to focus on the fundamentals of shooting and footwork. This one-day clinic starts with the basics and develops into more complex shooting mechanics that are transferred into game situations. The clinic will focus on “BEEF” fundamentals (B-Balance, E-Eyes, E-Elbow, F-Follow through, Ball Handling clinic). Foundations are established in Stationary Ball Handling that improve rhythm, feel, and coordination with the basketball. In this clinic, you will learn how to shift/set up the defender using your body and feet while incorporating tempo, control of defense, and accelerating into attack mode. As progressions take place, dribble moves are enhanced to incorporate dribble techniques such as: Hesitation, Cross-Over, Inside/Out, Trap, and Trap Dribble.
- Overnight campers that will be attending the Friday Clinic can stay the night on Thursday. This will be an additional $95 that includes housing Thursday night and breakfast Friday morning.
2023 HOUSING
The information below is subject to change each year.
- Dorm: Everglades Hall
- Dorm Style: Apartment Style Dorms
- Number of Campers Per Room: Campers will stay 3 campers per room. Each dorm has 3 private bedrooms, a full bathroom and kitchen.
- Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be mutual and received no later than 14 days before the start of camp. If you don't have a roommate request, you will be placed in a room with someone near your age. It will be a great opportunity to meet someone new!
- Bathrooms: Private within each dorm
- Linens: Linens can be rented from Florida International University for $50/week. This fee includes sheets, bed linens, pillow, pillowcase, comforter and bath towel. You will have the option to rent linens during camp registration.
- Air Conditioning: Yes
WEEKEND STAYOVERS
Extend your stay! Overnight campers attending back-to-back sessions are encouraged to maximize their camp experience by staying the weekend between sessions. Weekend Stayovers (Thursday-Sunday) include lodging, meals, supervision, and two off-campus activities/excursions in Miami, and the Position Specialty Clinics on Fridays.
- Weekend Stayover I: July 20-23
- Price: $495
- Thursday: Supervised on-campus evening activity. Dinner provided on campus.
- Friday: Shooting Clinic. Dinner and mall + movie night.
- Saturday: All day field trip to South Beach - Lincoln Road Visit - Shopping. Lunch & dinner provided off-campus.
- Sunday morning: Breakfast and free time before the start of Session II.
- Weekend Stayover II: July 27-30
- Price: $495
- Thursday: Supervised on-campus evening activity. Dinner provided on campus.
- Friday: Shooting Clinic. Dinner and mall + movie night.
- Saturday: All day field trip to South Beach - Lincoln Road Visit - Shopping. Lunch & dinner provided off-campus.
- Sunday morning: Breakfast and free time before check out at 11:00am.
- Not offered after Complete Skills Session III
EVENING ACTIVITIES
- FIU is one of the only 2023 Nike Basketball Camps to offer off-campus activities. Don't miss out on extra fun and bonding time with your teammates! Transportation to/from activities and supervision are provided by the camp staff. Campers will depart campus for the evening activity at 6:00pm and will return to campus by 9:00pm. Overnight campers who do not wish to attend the add-on activities will remain on campus with supervision from our staff and participate in games and fun team building and social activities.
- Bowling & Billiards ($85) (All Sessions: Tuesday)
- Dave & Busters ($85) (All Sessions: Wednesday)
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE CAMP FEE?
- Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
- Overnight campers: Dormitory housing on campus and all meals are provided.
- Day campers: Lunch is provided.
- Clinic campers: Lunch is provided.
- Supervision: Staff members reside in campers’ quarters and participate in all activities.
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers at multi-day camps will receive a Nike Basketball Camps t-shirt and prizes. *1-day clinics excluded.
- Basketballs: Basketballs are provided for instruction during camp.
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1:10 staff to camper ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and years of experience
- Facility: Campers will utilize 1 indoor court and 2 outdoor courts, rotating throughout the day.
- A/C in Gym: Yes
- Medical Protocol: Most camps have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.
PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST
To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist. All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!
PACKING LIST
Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.
● Athletic, on-court clothing
● Athletic shoes
● Water bottle
● Packed snacks
● Small gym bag/backpack
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:
● Athletic clothing mentioned above
● Comfortable off-court clothing
● Flip flops
● Toiletries
● Personal items & medications
● Washcloth and bath towel
● Fan (optional)
● Pillow, pillowcase, bed sheets, comforter, or sleeping bag
CAMPER EVALUATION
Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff so that their own instructional needs can be addressed throughout the week. In addition, campers will be evaluated and then split up into smaller groups according to age and ability.
TRANSPORTATION
Round-trip airport transportation to and from Miami International Airport is available for $300. One-way transportation to or from Miami International Airport is available for $175. Please schedule flights as close as you can to the check-in times on the first day and check-out times on the last day. Campers cannot arrive before July 9 or leave after August 3. A camp staff member will be in contact with you as camp approaches to finalize your transportation details. If your campers will be flying as an Unaccompanied Minor, there is an additional $150 fee for the transportation service to take them to their gate until the flight takes off.
MEDICAL PROTOCOL
Most camps have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
NIKE BASKETBALL CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our basketball camps, please see our FAQ page.
*Please note, this information is subject to change.
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:00am Wake-up, shower, breakfast
- 8:30 am Day Campers arrive. Stretching & warm up.
- 9:00am-12:00pm Training Session I
- 12:15pm Lunch, rest
- 2:00-4:00pm Training Session II
- 4:30pm Day Campers depart. Free time, rest
- 6:30pm Evening Activities
- 9:00pm Overnight Campers to rooms
- 10:30pm Lights out
Modesto A. Maidique Campus (MMC), the original home of FIU, takes up 5 blocks between 117th and 107th on Tamiami Trail in West Miami-Dade. Campers will utilize FIU's indoor basketball court and 2 outdoors courts.
Camp Reviews
Overall Average Rating Stars
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Enjoyed participating
— Anonymous
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Unique opportunity to meet people from different places
July 14, 2019: Great opportunity to improve his skills at Nike Basketball Camp at FIU. Also a very unique opportunity to meet people from different places around the world.
— Edderick B., Parent
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She will be back next year!
July 19, 2019: Ava was encouraged and pushed at camp which helped her confidence. She learned and practiced skills that are necessary to advance her game. She will be back next year!
— Sheryl M., Parent
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He had a great time and learned a lot
July 28, 2019: He had a great time and learned a lot from the coaches and teammates. He is serious about basketball and had fun at camp while getting better. The chance to train and hang out with different people was a real growth experience.
— Mary G., Parent
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Amazing
July 20, 2019: Caro had a fantastic time! All the Coaches and staff where amazing.
— Leticia G. Parent
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All around great camp!
July 20, 2019: Sofia was able to experiment with different positions as well as the serving short. Sofia also met girls and boys from around the country as well as the world. She loved the college experience of having lunch with friends and exploring the campus.
— Yvette B. Parent
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Great job!
July 19, 2019: Hugo really enjoyed the daily practice, the standard was high and he thought the coaches were great. Dave and busters was fun!
— Nicola P. Parent
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She had a blast
July 19, 2019: Mikah enjoyed the coaching staff at the camp. Staying overnight she was able to create great friendships with the other players. Overall a great experience.
— Risa C. Parent
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The camp staff really worked with her
July 18, 2019: Camp was very informational. Coaches were great and positive feedback was abundant. Gabriella had a great time meeting new friends as well as learning new skills and developing her current skill set.
— Ivonne C. parent
Nike Basketball Camp Florida International University
Miami, Florida 33174
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Last year over 650 Sports Camps sold out, leaving 7,000+ campers on the waitlist. Due to high demand, early registration for our first-come-first-serve camps is strongly recommended.
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